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Support & resources
Start with Mito Assist®: Your go-to support team
From getting started to ongoing assistance, Mito Assist is a no-cost program created to help you or your loved one feel supported every step of the treatment journey
Meet your Mito Assist support team:
Your Care Manager is your go-to person for resources and any questions you might have about Barth syndrome and FORZINITY.
Your Insurance Specialist will help you with understanding coverage and access to FORZINITY.
Your Visiting Nurse provides personalized education for your subcutaneous injections. If requested by your doctor, a Visiting Nurse can come to your home or set up a telehealth visit to help you get started.
The Mito Assist team does not offer medical advice or replace discussions with your doctor.
Find quick Mito Assist resources below:
Visit MitoAssist.com to get started in 3 easy steps.
You can also start your enrollment process here by completing the Mito Assist Consent Form.
View more information about the no-cost Mito Assist support program with this printable guide.
Terms, conditions, eligibility criteria, program maximums, and restrictions apply. Mito Assist is available only in the United States. Submission of an application or enrollment form does not guarantee participation, coverage, medication, or savings. Eligibility and assistance determinations are made on an individual, case-by-case basis and are subject to verification. Mito Assist does not provide medical or treatment advice and is not insurance and does not replace insurance coverage.
No purchase is required for enrollment in Mito Assist; treatment decisions are made solely by patients and their healthcare providers. Programs are administered in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and may be changed, suspended, or canceled at any time without notice.
Additional helpful resources for you or your loved one
Access easy-to-follow injection steps, useful tips and tricks, and a place to keep track of injection sites.
Follow along for clear, step-by-step injection instructions so you can feel confident with FORZINITY.
Read about what to expect with FORZINITY injections—plus helpful strategies—so you can feel confident and prepared when starting treatment.
View important information about FORZINITY, plus the Instructions for Use on pages 11-16 for detailed injection guidance.
Get clear definitions of common insurance terms so you can understand and navigate your coverage with confidence.
Connecting with Barth syndrome advocacy groups can help you feel more supported
Barth Syndrome Foundation
Puts you in touch with other families living with Barth syndrome, plus easy-to-access educational information, research and clinical trial news, and upcoming Barth syndrome events
MitoAction
Offers support, education, and access to community events for those affected by mitochondrial diseases
United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
Helps connect you with specialists, genetic testing resources, and advocacy events
What is FORZINITY®used for?
FORZINITY is a prescription medicine used to improve muscle strength in adult and pediatric individuals living with Barth syndrome weighing at least 30 kg. The safety and effectiveness of FORZINITY have not been established in pediatric individuals weighing less than 30 kg.
The recommended dosage of FORZINITY in most affected individuals weighing at least 30 kg is 40 mg subcutaneously once daily. For individuals with reduced renal function, please have your doctor refer to the Prescribing Information.
This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on an improvement in knee extensor muscle strength, an intermediate clinical endpoint. Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in a confirmatory trial(s).
The risk information provided here is not comprehensive. To learn more, talk with your doctor and read the full Prescribing Information.
What should I tell my doctor before taking FORZINITY?
Before taking FORZINITY tell your doctor about all of the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. You should also tell your doctor if you have or had:
- any allergies
- kidney problems
What are the possible side effects of FORZINITY?
- Injection site reactions: The most common side-effects or adverse reactions with FORZINITY are redness, swelling, pain, itching, bruising, or hives at the site of injection. These adverse reactions are referred to as injection site reactions.
- Allergic reactions. FORZINITY may cause allergic reactions, such as rash, small, raised skin bumps known as papular lesions, inflammation of the skin or eczematous dermatitis, as well as respiratory symptoms including cough. Stop using FORZINITY and get medical help right away if you develop any of the following symptoms of a severe allergic reaction:
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- swelling of your face, lips, mouth, or tongue
- trouble breathing or airway constriction
- wheezing
- dizziness or fainting
- fast heartbeat or pounding in your chest
- sweating
These are NOT all of the possible side effects of FORZINITY.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.